[robc1976]

I got a ER about 2 weeks ago and actually am going to get a helix, reason is this (I like the size of the helix and quality of the face, and a lot more pleasing on the eyes). I am NOT saying my ER does not perform it does....my buddy has helix and we removed the bumper and his just looks better and mine is easily seen. With the said, is anyone using the ER lower intercooler piping with a Helix FMIC? The ER piping is pretty close to stock location so I imagine it would fit pretty good.

For those of you who own a ER FMIC I am not downing your product..li just prefer the larger face of the Helix, I know it also performs because my buddy has one in his 335i. I also know my ER performs...so it's a win/win...big size and great performance and SOMEONE will get a GREAT deal on a 2 week old ER FMIC lol!!

[Xander]

I have the helix FMIC with the ER charge pipe, it fits fine.

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[robc1976]

Originally Posted by Xander

I have the helix FMIC with the ER charge pipe, it fits fine.

X...

I have the ER charge pipe to but I am referring to the lower intercooler pipe (from intercooler to charge pipe).

[Xander]

Originally Posted by robc1976

I have the ER charge pipe to but I am referring to the lower intercooler pipe (from intercooler to charge pipe).

What's the benefit? the OE one doesn't seem too bad.

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[robc1976]

Originally Posted by Xander

What's the benefit? the OE one doesn't seem too bad.

X...

The bend coming out of the intercooler is pretty restrictive....I would thnk you would gain a bit of throttle response. Also looks pretty awesome lol! Alo the plastic you can't tighten the clamps as much because it can flex and crack. While I have you here, are you using the shorter ER pipe and the stock OEM lower pipe?

[Xander]

Originally Posted by robc1976

The bend coming out of the intercooler is pretty restrictive....I would thnk you would gain a bit of throttle response. Also looks pretty awesome lol! Alo the plastic you can't tighten the clamps as much because it can flex and crack. While I have you here, are you using the shorter ER pipe and the stock OEM lower pipe?

Yes it't just one bend (on the throttle body side). I hear what you are saying about the OE one, but the boost would only "open" it up wider wouldn't it?

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[venom3469]

I am looking at both of these setups...why are you switching to the Helix exactly. Is it just the looks or can you actually tell that Helix is better for performance?

[nikitino25]

I might be interested in buying your ER fmic-send me a pm if your're selling it and for how much....

[robc1976]

Originally Posted by venom3469

I am looking at both of these setups...why are you switching to the Helix exactly. Is it just the looks or can you actually tell that Helix is better for performance?

I have not tested the helix on my personal car, my buddy has the same exact car with same mods and the helix does perform....so does the ER...I have logs posted on this thread below. Basically it is about looks...I like the larger face you can see thru the lower grill.

Post #28

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=680355&page=2

Here s my car with the ER...sorry about the link, I am posting from my IPad lol!!

http://img848.imageshack.us/img848/7...5407052111.jpg

Bumper off:

http://img716.imageshack.us/img716/2...5407126352.jpg

[robc1976]

Originally Posted by nikitino25

I might be interested in buying your ER fmic-send me a pm if your're selling it and for how much....

PM sent!!

[Karura]

Have you tried using the ER lower piping with th Helix? Also, how come the ER is better than the one Helix provides?

[benzy89]

Helix only provides the core & silicone connection hoses, no cold side piping up to the CP is included

[Karura]

Originally Posted by benzy89

Helix only provides the core & silicone connection hoses, no cold side piping up to the CP is included

This is quite troubling news, as I like the steped-core, large face design of the Helix, but also like the ER for its shroud and cold piping. What to do?

By the way, does adding meth affect what FMIC chracteristics I should be looking for? Such as flow/pressure over IAT, etc.

[benzy89]

Originally Posted by Karura

By the way, does adding meth affect what FMIC chracteristics I should be looking for? Such as flow/pressure over IAT, etc.

Meth won't increase any FMIC's efficiency, look at it more as an additive that specifically increase octane rating (thus creating more HP) and has a substantial cooling effect (separate from the cold air "trapped" by an FMIC or ANY intake)

[Alex@Helix]

Hey,
The Helix silicone couplers can be purchased as well as the J pipe that connects the Intercooler to the upper charge pipe. I do not recall if the ER upper charge pipe fits with the Helix lower charge pipe but we can figure it out. Call the shop to check up on the J pipe. Good call going with the Helix IC. You will be much happier!

267 335 4337

[robc1976]

Originally Posted by Alex@Helix

Hey,
The Helix silicone couplers can be purchased as well as the J pipe that connects the Intercooler to the upper charge pipe. I do not recall if the ER upper charge pipe fits with the Helix lower charge pipe but we can figure it out. Call the shop to check up on the J pipe. Good call going with the Helix IC. You will be much happier!

267 335 4337

The very second I get confirmation that the ER pipe fits with your FMIC there will be a ER FMIC for sale. The front face of the helix is just a lot better quality....my buddy has the helix and it is a big difference in weld quality.

[robc1976]

Originally Posted by Alex@Helix

Hey,
The Helix silicone couplers can be purchased as well as the J pipe that connects the Intercooler to the upper charge pipe. I do not recall if the ER upper charge pipe fits with the Helix lower charge pipe but we can figure it out. Call the shop to check up on the J pipe. Good call going with the Helix IC. You will be much happier!

267 335 4337

Wait, J-pipe? You guys make a aftermarket lower IC pipe? Could you possibly make this non plastic? The only other issue I can see is the ER makes a "short" CP and a "long" CP but a custom coupler would help this, can a longer than normal hump coupler be purchased?

[Karura]

Originally Posted by robc1976

Wait, J-pipe? You guys make a aftermarket lower IC pipe? Could you possibly make this non plastic? The only other issue I can see is the ER makes a "short" CP and a "long" CP but a custom coupler would help this, can a longer than normal hump coupler be purchased?

+1

[Alex@Helix]

lower IC pipe is non-plastic... call on Monday and speak to whoever answers the phone for more info

Alex

[TurboAL47]

interested in a hard j-pipe as well. please let us know what comes of this.

[Gemballa1980]

Hey people,

Just to clear this up for anyone still unsure (as I was when it came to ordering and this is the first search result);

I have a late 2007 335i E90 and just fitted a new Helix FMIC and ER charge pipe.

I got the 09+ ER charge pipe (long version) AND got the 09+ Helix FMIC WITH the hard J-Pipe.

You'll see the extra J-Pipe below (available upon request from Helix).

Everything fit perfect and the entire 'cool' side of the FMIC piping is replaced going by this method.

The throttle response is amazing! And am guessing it's due to the whole cool side piping now being solid rather than plastic / rubber.

Hope this helps someone.

[robc1976]

Originally Posted by Gemballa1980

Hey people,

Just to clear this up for anyone still unsure (as I was when it came to ordering and this is the first search result);

I have a late 2007 335i E90 and just fitted a new Helix FMIC and ER charge pipe.

I got the 09+ ER charge pipe (long version) AND got the 09+ Helix FMIC WITH the hard J-Pipe.

You'll see the extra J-Pipe below (available upon request from Helix).

Everything fit perfect and the entire 'cool' side of the FMIC piping is replaced going by this method.

The throttle response is amazing! And am guessing it's due to the whole cool side piping now being solid rather than plastic / rubber.

Hope this helps someone.

It is, mine is all hard piped to...I have a ER short pipe and ER hard pipe......that is where my issue is.